adquarters in Auburn Hills, Michigan. BRAND STRATEGY: The company renewed its approach to managing its brand portfolio and product plan to avoid duplicate spending.     •  Between now and 2030, Stellantis will launch more than 60 new vehicles and 50 significant refreshes, including 29 battery-electric vehicles, 15 plug-in hybrid or range-extended electric vehicles, 24 hybrid electric vehicles and 39 ICE/mild hybrid electric vehicles.    ...

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Li Auto launches next-gen Li L9, its first EI-powered REEV SUV On May 15, Li Auto launched the next-generation Li L9, its first EI (embodied intelligence)-powered range-extended electric (REEV) SUV. The model is available in two variants priced at CNY 459,800 and CNY 509,800, respectively. The Li L9 adopts a 6-seater layout and measures 5,255mm long, 2,000mm wide, and 1,810mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,125mm. The Li L9 features a dual-motor inte...

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GWM WEY launches V9X plug-in hybrid electric SUV On May 18, WEY, a Great Wall Motor (GWM) sub-brand, launched the V9X large plug-in hybrid electric SUV. The model is available in three variants, with prices ranging from CNY 349,800 to CNY 389,800. The V9X measures 5,205mm or 5,299mm long, 2,025mm wide, and 1,825mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,050mm or 3,150mm. The V9X features an intelligent 4WD layout. Equipped with a 2.0T engine and dual motors...

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Keto Motors, India debuts on BSE via reverse merger with Taaza International On May 19, Keto Motors Limited, a Hyderabad-based commercial electric vehicle manufacturer, debuted on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) following the completion of its reverse merger with Taaza International Limited. The reverse merger was approved by the NCLT, Hyderabad Bench, in June 2025. The listing comes as the company scales its electric commercial mobility busines...

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icle in that market and expands its lineup in the larger SUV segment, targeting for larger families and those with an active lifestyle. The SUV featuring three rows of seating, is 5,146 mm long, 1,995 mm wide, and 1,865 mm tall.  The Ti7 features BYD’s Dual Mode Performance (DM-p) plug-in hybrid powertrain. It has two electric motors driving all four wheels and a 1.5-litre turbocharged gasoline engine. It has an electric combined (WLTP) range ...

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NIO Onvo launches L80 electric SUV On May 15, Onvo, a NIO sub-brand, launched the L80 battery electric SUV. The model is available in one 4WD and two RWD variants, with prices ranging from CNY 242,800 to CNY 279,800. The L80 measures 5,145mm long, 1,998mm wide, and 1,766mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,110mm, a rear trunk volume of 1,200L, and a total loading space of 1,440L. The L80 is built on a 900V platform. The RWD variants are equipped with a...

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Huawei-backed HIMA launches Luxeed V9 range-extended electric MPV On May 15, the Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance (HIMA) launched the Luxeed V9 range-extended electric MPV. The model is available in one RWD and three 4WD variants, with prices ranging from CNY 389,800 to CNY 519,800. The Luxeed V9 measures 5,359mm long, 2,009mm wide, and 1,879mm or 1,859mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,250mm. The Luxeed V9 features a 1.5T four-cylinder range ex...

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Volvo Cars announces North American debut of electric EX60 On May 18, Volvo Cars unveiled the all‑new EX60 in North America for the first time, debuting the highly-anticipated model in New York City and officially opening orders for U.S. customers. With its U.S. debut, the game‑changing EX60 is available to order now through authorized U.S. retailers and configure online. The 2027 Volvo EX60 starts at USD 58,400 (MSRP), with three powertrain ...

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Uno Minda, India enters four-wheeler EV powertrain manufacturing On May 16, Uno Minda Limited announced that its board has approved a Detailed Project Report (DPR) for a 4W-EV Powertrain project covering High Voltage DHT (dedicated hybrid transmission) and EDU (Electric Drive Unit) products, with a total project cost of approximately INR 5.5 billion, to be executed through its wholly owned subsidiary, Uno Minda Auto Innovations Private Limited (U...

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Subaru postpones release of new internally developed EV Subaru Corporation (Subaru) announced on May 15i its intention to postpone the launch of its self-developed electric vehicle (EV), which was scheduled to be introduced by 2028. The automaker will further reduce investment in the development of EVs and allocate saved investment to the development of internal combustion engine vehicles (ICEVs), including hybrid vehicles (HEVs). Due to changes ...

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[Exclusive Interview] JTEKT: A Dual-Track Approach of Hardware and Software as the Era of Widespread Steer-by-Wire Adoption Approaches Building on its pioneering development of the column-type electric power steering (C-EPS) system (second photo) in 1988, the first of its kind in the world, JTEKT (JTEKT Corporation) has continued to build on its technical expertise and track record in both hardware and software. While maintaining its focus on har...

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BYD Linghui launches Linghui e9 electric business sedan On May 9, Linghui, a BYD sub-brand, launched the Linghui e9 battery electric business sedan. The model is available in three variants, with prices ranging from CNY 150,800 to CNY 169,800. The Linghui e9 measures 4,995mm long, 1,940mm wide, and 1,495mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,920mm. The Linghui e9 features a front-motor FWD layout. Powered by a 135kW/250Nm or 150kW/305Nm AC permanent magn...

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SAIC-VW debuts ID. ERA 5S plug-in hybrid electric sedan On May 10, SAIC-VW debuted the ID. ERA 5S plug-in hybrid electric sedan. Not only is the ID. ERA 5S the first sedan of the ID. ERA family, but it also serves as the first VW sedan to adopt an advanced intelligent driver assistance system. The “5” in the name indicates its position as a mid-to-high-end sedan, while the “S” stands for both sedan and smart. The ID. ERA 5S measures 4,836...

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Musashi India signs LOI to supply integrated side-mounted e-axle for Kinetic Green two-wheelers On May 13, Musashi India Private Limited signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with Kinetic Green Energy & Power Solutions Limited for the supply of integrated electric powertrain systems for Kinetic Green's upcoming two-wheeler platforms. Under the agreement, Musashi India will supply a side-mounted e-Axle integrating a 4.7 kW IPM motor, gearbox, and contro...

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GlobalData blog: How the Iran war is driving Europe toward Chinese EVs Europe has established a policy framework to electrify its car market and curb its reliance on imported energy, and on the first count, it is delivering. In 2025, a fifth of all vehicles sold in Europe were electric, while 2026 is forecast to end closer to a quarter. March provided the clearest signal yet as Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) outsold Internal Combustion Engines ...

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SGMW launches Huajing S plug-in hybrid electric SUV developed with Huawei On May 8, SAIC-GM-Wuling (SGMW) launched the Huajing S, a large plug-in hybrid electric SUV developed with Huawei. The model is available in one 4WD and three FWD variants, with prices ranging from CNY 159,800 to CNY 203,800. The Huajing S measures 5,235mm long, 1,999mm wide, and 1,800mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,105mm. The Huajing S features a 105kW/220Nm 1.5T engine. Th...

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tary super intelligent technological platform. Equipped with the Huawei Snowy Owl range extender and a 227kW Huawei intelligent 6-in-1 e-drive, the model delivers a 0 to 100km/h acceleration time of 7.9s and a WLTC combined fuel consumption of 6.85L/100km. A 53kWh CATL Freevoy battery completes the powertrain, providing a combined range of 1,330km and a charging time of 15 minutes from 20% to 80% state-of-charge. Regarding intelligent driving, th...

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Auto China 2026: SAIC-VW launches ID. ERA 9X range-extended electric SUV On April 25, at the Auto China 2026 event, SAIC-VW launched the ID. ERA 9X flagship range-extended electric SUV. The model is available in three variants, with prices ranging from CNY 309,800 to CNY 359,800. The ID. ERA 9X adopts a 2+2+2 seating layout and measures 5,207mm long, 1,997mm wide, and 1,810mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,070mm. The ID. ERA 9X features a 4WD layout...

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KPIT, India, updates about new business wins On May 6,  KPIT Technologies, in an investor update, announced that during the quarter that ended on March 31, 2026, it had won new engagements worth USD 349 million. A Leading European Car Manufacturer selected KPIT for strategic engagements in the electric powertrain, autonomous, and body electronics domains. KPIT announced multiple engagements in powertrain, after-sales, and vehicle engineering dom...

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[Exclusive Interview] Schaeffler on Europe’s Automotive Future: Competitiveness, Technological Flexibility, and Innovation in Motion At the Vienna Motor Symposium 2026, MarkLines interviewed Matthias Zink, CEO Powertrain & Chassis at Schaeffler AG and President of CLEPA, about Europe’s competitiveness, technological flexibilities, and innovation in powertrain, chassis, and software technologies, drawing on Schaeffler’s perspective as a glob...

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